Laurie Carpenter is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW, LSCSW) and mental health counselor practicing in Independence, Missouri. She offers services to a diverse range of age groups, including children (5 to 10), preteens (10 to 13), teenagers (13 to 18), adults (18 to 65), and elders (65 and over). Laurie specializes in supporting individuals through trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Her practice extends to individuals, couples, and groups. She utilizes a comprehensive array of therapeutic approaches, including Trauma Focused Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Eclectic Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Coaching, Narrative Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Positive Psychology, and Multicultural Therapy. Laurie provides all services in English.